Wood & Privacy Fence Installation Placitas, NM 87043

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Placitas sits in the foothills north of Albuquerque with property lines that often run across slopes facing the Sandia Mountains, and homeowners here know that a view fence and a working corral are two very different projects.

Albuquerque Fence Company has served Placitas and the surrounding area since 2015. We install and repair the fences that match your land: ornamental aluminum and iron for the view side, pipe-rail corrals and ranch fencing for acreage, and everything in between. If your fence is damaged, leaning, or just needs work, we show up and tell you straight whether it can be repaired or needs to come down and go back up right.

Fencing for Placitas Properties (87043)

Placitas property lots are rarely square. Many run uphill or downhill, and the best fence line often crosses slopes where a stepped or racked installation keeps the fence plumb and the pickets or boards vertical. The Sandia-facing side of your property is usually the view side, and that is where ornamental fencing makes sense: aluminum or powder-coated iron that frames the vista instead of blocking it. The back acreage and corrals need working fences: pipe-rail for horses, farm and ranch fencing for larger operations, or chain link where function matters more than appearance.

Our team has installed ornamental view fencing, automatic driveway gates, and farm and ranch fencing in Placitas for nearly a decade. We understand the terrain, the sight lines, and what a property owner here actually needs.

Our services in Placitas

Wood & Privacy Fence Installation in Placitas · Albuquerque's classic 6-ft cedar privacy fence, built for high desert sun.
Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation in Placitas · Low-maintenance vinyl privacy, picket and ranch-rail fencing that shrugs off…
Chain Link Fence Installation in Placitas · Galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link for yards…
Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing in Placitas · Powder-coated aluminum and ornamental iron fencing for pools…
Fence Repair in Placitas · Leaning sections, broken pickets, sagging gates and wind-damaged panels…
Storm Damage Fence Repair in Placitas · After a hurricane, derecho or spring storm we rebuild fallen sections fast…
Fence Post Repair & Replacement in Placitas · Albuquerque's caliche and sandy soil shift with freeze-thaw cycles and…
Gate Installation & Repair in Placitas · Custom wood, vinyl and metal gates built square and hung right.
Automatic & Driveway Gates in Placitas · Sliding and swing driveway gates with professional-grade openers…
Pool Fence Installation in Placitas · Aluminum, mesh and glass pool barriers installed to meet Texas and local pool…
Fence Replacement & Removal in Placitas · Complete tear-out, haul-away and rebuild…
Fence Staining & Restoration in Placitas · Professional cleaning, brightening and stain-sealing for cedar fences.
Commercial & Temporary Fencing in Placitas · Commercial chain link, security fencing…
Farm & Ranch Fencing in Placitas · Ranch rail, no-climb horse fence…

How a Fence Job Works in Placitas

We start with a free on-site assessment. We walk your fence line, look at the terrain, note any slopes or drainage issues, and ask about your goals. If you have an existing survey, we work from that. If not, we install on the line you identify. We also confirm that any utility lines are located before we set posts. New Mexico law requires a utility locate (811) before digging, and we handle that as part of the job.

The work itself depends on what you need. A wood privacy fence on flat ground is straightforward: posts set in concrete at proper spacing, stringers leveled and braced, pickets nailed or screwed on plumb. On a slope, we either step the fence (drop the stringers in sections) or rack it (angle the boards to follow the slope while keeping posts vertical). Vinyl, chain link, ornamental iron, and gates all follow the same principle: solid post setting, level work, proper bracing, and hardware that holds.

When the fence is done, we remove the debris and walk the line with you. You should see a fence that is plumb, level where it should be, and built to last.

Pricing for fence work in Placitas depends on what you are building and what the terrain demands. A chain link fence on level ground runs from $16 per linear foot. Wood privacy fence starts at $27 per foot. Vinyl is higher, from $38 per foot, because the material costs more but lasts longer. Ornamental aluminum or iron fencing, popular on the view side of Placitas properties, starts at $42 per foot. Automatic driveway gates begin at $2,800 installed, and that price moves up with the size of the opening and the gate operator you choose. Farm and ranch fencing for acreage starts at $12 per foot. Repairs run from $450 for post replacement or gate work. A free on-site estimate is the only way to know what your job will cost, because every property is different. Call us at (505) 207-3356 to schedule yours.

✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association)-98), fully insured for work in Placitas and nearby areas.

We have a view fence on the Sandia side and need a working corral on the back acreage. Do you install both?

Yes. We build ornamental aluminum and iron fencing for view sides, and pipe-rail corrals and farm and ranch fencing for acreage. Many Placitas properties need both, and we size the posts and materials to match what each section does. Call (505) 207-3356 to discuss your setup.

Our fence is leaning pretty far. Is it worth fixing, or do we need a new one?

That depends on why it is leaning. If posts are still solid but stringers have shifted or bracing has come loose, repair often makes sense and costs less than replacement. If posts are rotted at the ground line or heaved out of the concrete, replacement is the better spend. We assess for free and tell you which path saves money.

We want to install a gate at the end of our driveway. What should we expect to pay?

A standard swing gate runs from $475 installed. An automatic driveway gate operator and gate start at $2,800. The price depends on the opening width, the material (steel, aluminum, or ornamental iron), and whether you want a cantilever or V-track system. We can quote your exact setup on-site.

Does Placitas require a permit for a new fence?

Fence permitting rules vary across Greater Albuquerque and are set by the city or county. Placitas falls under Sandoval County jurisdiction for unincorporated areas, and Sandoval County has its own setback, height, and material rules. Many HOAs in Placitas also have architectural standards that govern fence height, material, and color. Before you start, check with Sandoval County Planning and Zoning and your HOA if you have one. We can help you understand what the rules mean for your property, but the county and HOA have the final say.

Our neighbor's branches are hanging over our fence. What can we do?

Branches that cross a property line are your neighbor's responsibility to trim back to the line. If the overhang is damaging your fence or blocking your view, a conversation is the first step. If you have a deed or survey that shows the line clearly, that helps. If you are unsure where the line is, a licensed land surveyor can determine it. We work from the property line you identify and install on that line, but we cannot determine the boundary ourselves.

Are you fully insured for fence work?

Yes. We carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance. We can provide a certificate of insurance on request. We are also an AFA Member Installer through the American Fence Association.

A storm brought down a section of our fence. Can you repair it, and how do we handle insurance?

We can repair or replace the damaged section, and we can help you document the damage for an insurance claim. We take photos and provide a detailed estimate of the work. Whether your claim is approved and what your policy covers are questions for your insurance agent or adjuster. We do honest, straightforward work and price it fairly, and we are here to help you get the fence back in shape.